decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2007 Issue 8 (August)
Yes, you can now bill Medicare patients for missed appointments
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Article Overview
This article reviews a Medicare transmittal-related update about missed-appointment fees and the broader patient-management policies practices may use. It is aimed at coders, billers, and practice administrators who need to understand how Medicare, patient policies, and billing communication intersect for no-shows.
Why This Topic Matters
The topic affects front-office billing policy, patient communications, and how practices handle missed appointments without creating inconsistent charges. It also helps readers distinguish between billing Medicare directly and charging a patient under an office policy.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames Medicare guidance on missed appointment fees
- What broader office policy considerations are discussed for handling no-shows
- How the article distinguishes missed-appointment charges from billing for services
- Which types of practice personnel may need this policy information
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Practice administrators
- Revenue cycle staff
- Office managers
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